Osteoporosis
Exercise to improve bone health urges world-famous astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti
Regular weight-bearing and resistance exercises help us build and maintain strong bones. This is the message astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti is driving home in a campaign, #LiftOffForBoneHealth.Eating flavonol-rich foods – apples and blackberries – lowers risk of frailty
Plant-based foods that contain dietary compounds called flavonols lower our chances of developing frailty when we eat enough, says new research. Rich in quercetin flavonoids, apples and blackberries may be some of the most important foods for preventing frailty.Antidepressants seem to be largely ineffective for common pain conditions
Some antidepressant drugs do help in some pain conditions, but most are either ineffective or the evidence is inconclusive, despite being used for a range of pain conditions. The evidence, published by The British Medical Journal adds to mounting research that challenges the role of medicines for pain.
Stomach infection with Helicobacter pylori may be associated with osteoporosis
Infection with a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori has been associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis. The findings are based on evidence from 22 studies involving 24,176 people.Vitamin K2 helps prevent and treat osteoporosis – new research
Taking vitamin K2 supplements appears to have a positive impact on bone mineral density in women who have been through menopause. As well as maintaining and improving bone mineral density, vitamin K2 supplements reduce fracture incidence.2024 ISSUE 4
